Previous Thread
Index
Next Thread
Print Thread
Go To
Page 1 of 2 1 2
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hi everyone,

I was away some time. It will happen again soon.
I won't go much into details but I need to undergo some surgery. Of course I don't like that and it is hunting my mind for some time.
It has something to do with my throat, so I hope I will still be able to sing after that.
Still I was busy making new songs or updating songs I made some years ago. But I didn't visit this forum. I'm really sorry for that. I hope I can catch up with the songs you all made. Don't be mad if that will take some time. I love your skills for making them. My wife said she was amazed how high your skills (and the quality of your songs) are. I can only agree.

That brings me to this song. It is a remix of my song in 2019, but I changed a lot and also the lyrics. So, in a way, it's a new song. It's also concerning the state of our earth and we, like some other songs I made recently.
The lyrics can be found on SoundCloud at this link: Change The Road, https://on.soundcloud.com/AUSCd

It was a real challenge to start with spoken words in English. All native speakers in that language will hear immediatly I'm not that native at all. But in the Netherlands they think i am, so that is nice.

Let me know if you like it or why not,
Enjoy,
Hans

The technical stuff
Style is _BREATH.STY (Breath Celtic Pop Ballad), Key Em

RealTracks in style: 1759:Bass, Electric, Pop16ths Ev 085
RealTracks in style: 2870:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm CelticAirDave Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 1814:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking CelticAir Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 2337:Violin, Background, PopHigh Ev 085 (1TrackStringSection)
RealTracks in song: 833:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AltCountryMoody Ev 075 (A:held)
RealTracks in song: 3321:Guitar, Acoustic, Soloist RnBPopDblBrent Ev 055
RealDrums in style:NashvilleEven8^1-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, Ride

In Logic Pro I did a lot on the vocals and the instruments.


User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 22,719
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 22,719
Hans, I found nothing wrong with your English, especially that it is not your native language.

Great vocal, lyrics, and mix.

I liked this one a lot!


When you are at the checkout line and they ask if you found everything say "Why, are you hiding stuff?"

64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2018
Posts: 3,221
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2018
Posts: 3,221
Hans, I hope all goes well with your surgery and that you maintain your voice.

I like this production: the instrumentation and the alternate spoken word and singing.

Words that need to be heeded but, unfortunately, will likely be ignored.

That lone bass line at about 3:53 with be power guitar sounds awesome.

User Showcase
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 6,817
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 6,817
Nice intro.
Excellent narration vocal.
Everything is ace.


Cheers
rayc
"What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe
User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 8,267
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 8,267
Hello Hans ...

You're always missed when you aren't here. We're glad you're back, if just for a little while. We hope your surgery goes well and that you recover quickly and completely.

Not to worry - your English was fine! I had no trouble understanding you.

Excellent song with a terrific arrangement! I agree with your sentiments.

Take care ...

Alan


BIAB 2024 Ultra Plus-all StylePaks*Win11*32GB DDR5*Rhyzen 9745x*AT 2035 Mic*Peavey Nashville 112 Amp*Ibanez ART120* Acoustic/Electric/Washburn D200S Acoustic*Stromberg Monterey Jazz Guitar

Loops: https://aldavidmusic.wixsite.com/bestmusicloops

User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 7,806
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 7,806
Hans,

Hope you are well.

Great song - love the vocal approach. Excellent mix as well.

Bob

User Showcase
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,216
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,216
Oh, you already know I love this, Hans. I've already told you that you are much better with English than most folks I know who only speak the one language. I really really enjoy your talent for putting so many quality instruments in your songs and then mixing them in the perfect way. I imagine a live version and, man, that is a big stage. Interesting acoustic solo. No one adds dynamics as well as you. Love this!

Hey, keep me posted regarding your operation.


Enjoy whatever happens!
marty

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@babumusic51
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/marty-straub
Band in a Box, Reaper, Cakewalk, Ozone 11
User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,172
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,172
Hans, glad to hear you're back! And with a very strong story about the sad reality we're living in touches me, "don't wait another day".
You are master of great arrangements and this is no exception. I love the calm verses and how they are still different from each other. And then the powerful and emotional chorus kicks in and on each repeat just grows stronger, in the end the heavy guitar really creeps on my spine. I wish that could have been a long heavy guitar solo to end.
Even short bass solo part, great!
Lovely chord progression also, so much sadness, I like how the acoustic solo guitar plays.
Great vocal, I hope you don't lose it, I wish you all the best for the surgery!

Janne


Hear My Music:

Soundcloud
YouTube

User Showcase
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 708
Journeyman
Offline
Journeyman
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 708
Good song, Hans. Totally agree with the message. And I hope your surgery goes well.
Regards,
Leon

User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hi Mario,

Originally Posted By: MarioD
Hans, I found nothing wrong with your English, especially that it is not your native language.

Great vocal, lyrics, and mix.

I liked this one a lot!
,

Thanks for your kind words. And yes I did a lot of practizing and rewriting words to let these spoken words sound natural and not like our prime minister speaks English, horrible.
I think I do better, but it is my wish to write these words down as Americans do. Maybe one day...

Hans


Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130
User Showcase
Joined: Oct 2021
Posts: 1,482
Expert
Offline
Expert
Joined: Oct 2021
Posts: 1,482
Hello Hans
Hope you are well
There you have written an extremely good song
Sounds so good.
Vocals, background track just top
Absolutely brilliant chorus
2:43 is excellent
The whole song structure is really a pleasure for the ears ;-)
Congratulations Hans
Many greetings
Andi ;-)

User Showcase
Joined: Mar 2018
Posts: 6,679
Veteran
Online Content
Veteran
Joined: Mar 2018
Posts: 6,679
Hans,
I hope that medical thing goes smoothly.

Super tune! One of the most complex tunes I have heard by you. Very cool arrangement. Strong vocals & good lyrics. I like your transitions from spoken word to open singing. Mix is a bit on a high end, but doesn't bother me on this one. Really well done. Thank you for sharing.

Misha.

User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 7,907
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 7,907
Hi Hans. I hope everything goes ok for you. Would be sad not to hear your vocals in the future. This was a very cool song. Loved the spoken word. Very dramatic and showcases the lyrics. Well done..


Scott Collingwood
https://soundcloud.com/scottt709
https://soundcloud.com/spiritlevel-ca
https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritLevel-ge3hm/
User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,149
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,149
John, we mean Hans, we’ve missed you and what a strong lyric and performance you’ve brought with your return ! wink
We hope all goes well with your surgery and that you return better than ever quickly.

The dynamics in this are awesome and reflect the complacency surrounding the subject as well as the urgency for change.

The arrangement is very effective with the spoken word transitions to singing and solos. The piano was lovely.

That is a great mix! Perfect soundstage on the monitors. The drums pop!
Outstanding piano track.

Your English sounds just fine to us also as does the entire vocal track.

Powerful!

J&B


Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more.
If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks!
Our Videos are here on our website.
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hi Ezekiel,

Originally Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm
Hans, I hope all goes well with your surgery and that you maintain your voice.
I like this production: the instrumentation and the alternate spoken word and singing.
Words that need to be heeded but, unfortunately, will likely be ignored.
That lone bass line at about 3:53 with be power guitar sounds awesome.


Thanks for these nice words! I also fear no one will listen to words like these. Or maybe just you and me.
But who cares as long as it is a nice song by itself?
The surgery will take place on coming thursday I heard. Heavy stuff...
But in case the recovery of my vocals take a long time, I made some songs in advance, even a Dutch one!
I let you know.

Hi Ray,

Originally Posted By: rayc
Nice intro.
Excellent narration vocal.
Everything is ace.


Thanks for your words and very nice to notice you qualify it all as an ace...


Hans


Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hi Alan,


Originally Posted By: Al-David
Hello Hans ...
You're always missed when you aren't here. We're glad you're back, if just for a little while. We hope your surgery goes well and that you recover quickly and completely.
Not to worry - your English was fine! I had no trouble understanding you.
Excellent song with a terrific arrangement! I agree with your sentiments.
Take care ...

Alan


Those are very nice words; I'm always missed...
I just heard the surgery will take place next thursday. So very soon!
I hope all goes well.
I know my pronouncation in English is not too bad, but spoken words are fro another level, I think.
Still I had to do it, because it is a challenge. And I like facing them (sometimes)
I used ChatGtp for suggestions on spoken lyrics, but I wrote my own words after all.

Bye,
Hans


Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130
User Showcase
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 2,276
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 2,276
Hans...this is an excellent production in so many ways...it's message, the dynamics, the spoken and sung interchange, the vocals, instrumentation and arrangement are all very pro sounding and I really enjoyed each aspect of this fine piece of music! I wish you the best for your surgery...Dan


www.soundclick.com/firesong
BiaB 2024, Steinberg Cubase Pro 13, Wavelab 11.2, SpetraLayers Pro 10, Audacity, Steinberg UR44 Interface, Yamaha Genos, Roland FP60 and FP10, Windows 10

You are who you are because you do what you do because of what you believe.
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hello Bob,


Originally Posted By: rsdean
Hans,
Hope you are well.
Great song - love the vocal approach. Excellent mix as well.

Bob


I'm happy you liked the song.
It was the first one I mixed in a different way.
thanks for your concerns on my health,
I hope I will be well soon. The surgery will be in two days...

Hans


Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130
User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Veteran
OP Offline
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,492
Hi Marty!

Originally Posted By: BabuMusic
Oh, you already know I love this, Hans. I've already told you that you are much better with English than most folks I know who only speak the one language. I really really enjoy your talent for putting so many quality instruments in your songs and then mixing them in the perfect way. I imagine a live version and, man, that is a big stage. Interesting acoustic solo. No one adds dynamics as well as you. Love this!

Hey, keep me posted regarding your operation.


Well, this gives me faith about my English spoken words in a song. But even if it didn't, I still would have tried to make songs that are a challenge, on whatever ground.
I only need folks like you who speak so nicely about what I'm doing.

And I wrote to you the operation will happen on thursday. what nice reply you sent!

Hans


Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130
User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2020
Posts: 2,532
Veteran
Offline
Veteran
Joined: Jun 2020
Posts: 2,532
Hans, this is great from top to bottom. Nothing wrong with your English at all. Loved the acoustic guitar solo and the bass and e-guitar at the end.

I envisioned a massive outdoor eco-concert with thousands in the crowd and you at center stage.

Top shelf in every aspect.


PS> Everything will go well with your medical issue man. And then you'll be back writing great stuff again.


https://soundcloud.com/user-646279677
BiaB 2025 Windows
For me there’s no better place in the band than to have one leg in the harmony world and the other in the percussive. Thank you Paul Tutmarc and Leo Fender.
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Go To
Page 1 of 2 1 2

Link Copied to Clipboard
ChatPG

Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.

ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.

PG Music News
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!

Bonjour à tous,

Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music

Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:

BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation

Voilà, enjoy!

Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!

Band-in-a-Box 2025 für Windows Deutsch ist verfügbar!

Die deutsche Version Band-in-a-Box® 2025 für Windows ist ab sofort verfügbar!

Alle die bereits die englische Version von Band-in-a-Box und RealBand 2024 installiert haben, finden hier die Installationsdateien für das Sprachenupdate:

https://nn.pgmusic.com/pgfiles/languagesupport/deutsch2025.exe
https://nn.pgmusic.com/pgfiles/languagesupport/deutsch2025RB.exe

Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!

Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.

Stay up to date—get the latest update now!

Update to RealBand® 2025 Build 5 Windows Today!

Already using RealBand® 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 5 now from our Support Page to ensure you have the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.

Get the latest update today!

PowerTracks Pro Audio 2025 for Windows is Here!

PowerTracks Pro Audio 2025 is here! This new version introduces many features, including VST3 support, the ability to load or import a .FLAC file, a reset option for track height in the Tracks window, a taller Timeline on the Notation window toolbar, new freeze buttons in the Tracks window, three toolbar modes (two rows, single row, and none), the improved Select Patch dialog with text-based search and numeric patch display, a new button in the DirectX/VST window to copy an effects group, and more!

First-time packages start at only $49. Already a PowerTracks Pro Audio user? Upgrade for as little as $29!

www.pgmusic.com/powertracks.htm

Video: Summary of the New Band-in-a-Box® App for iOS®

Join Tobin as he takes you on a tour of the new Band-in-a-Box® app for iOS®! Designed for musicians, singer-songwriters, and educators, this powerful tool lets you create, play, and transfer songs effortlessly on your iPhone® or iPad®—anytime, anywhere.

Band-in-a-Box® for iOS® :Summary video.

Check out the forum post for more information.

Introducing the New Band-in-a-Box iOS App!

We’re excited to introduce the new Band-in-a-Box iOS app, designed to enhance your music creation. The Band-in-a-Box iOS app is the perfect companion to your desktop version, giving you the freedom to sketch out ideas wherever you are and develop them further when you're back at your workstation. Now, you can create, play, generate, and transfer songs seamlessly between your iOS device, and desktop.

Key Features:

- Easily Create and Play Songs – Build and play songs effortlessly on your device.
- MIDI and RealTracks/RealStyles Support – Generate MIDI tracks and RealTracks/RealStyles right on your iPhone or iPad (RealTracks/RealStyles require an internet connection).
- Notation Support – View chord sheets, professional notation, tab, and drum notation for all tracks.
...and more!

Watch the Band-in-a-Box iOS Overview Video.

Visit the Band-in-a-Box for iOS support page for more information and to listen to demos of our RealStyles catalogue.

Download the Band-in-a-Box iOS App from the Apple App Store today!

Forum Statistics
Forums58
Topics83,813
Posts770,741
Members39,442
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
Newest Members
Angel David, tihulu, Corrigenda, miriamschweb, tylerkevin
39,442 Registered Users
Top Posters(30 Days)
MarioD 157
DC Ron 110
rsdean 102
WaoBand 83
Today's Birthdays
STLSAXIST
Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5